American Obesity Treatment Association

The American Obesity Treatment Association is an IRS registered 501(c)3 National non profit organization dedicated to educating, preventing and treati

Position Statement As the AOTA is the leading non profit patient-focused obesity organization, we are continually asked our position on a variety of obesity-related topics both general and specific. The AOTA Board of Directors developed AOTA Position Statements in order to provide the general public with a foundational basis of the AOTA???s viewpoints and positions. It is our hope that these statements reflect the ideals, needs and thoughts of those affected by all forms of obesity. The AOTA will continue to evaluate these statements and modify them as topics arise in the obesity and health care communities. It is vitally important for the AOTA and its constituents to stay up-to-date on the latest obesity-related topics and represent all those affected.